Robot Sensors and Actuators Quiz

What is the primary function of a sensor in a robot?

• To store data

• To detect and respond to environmental input

• To power the robot

• To communicate with other robots

Which of the following sensors does NOT require an external power source?

• Active Sensor

• Passive Sensor

• Optical Sensor

• Accelerometer

Which type of motor is typically used to control the wheels of a robot?

• Servo Motor

• DC Motor

• Stepper Motor

• Linear Motor

What is the function of an actuator in a robot?

• To store energy

• To sense temperature

• To cause movement or perform an action

• To process data

Which component of the Tinker Kit is used to control sound output?

• OLED Display

• PIR Sensor

• Passive Buzzer

• Soil Moisture Sensor

What is the purpose of the Octopus breakout board?

• To store energy for the robot

• To provide a user interface for the robot

• To connect various sensors and components to the Microbit

• To play sounds using the passive buzzer

Which sensor is commonly used in agricultural applications to detect soil nutrient levels?

• Motion Sensor

• Humidity Sensor

• Chemical Sensor

• Optical Sensor

Which sensor is most likely to be used in a tsunami warning system to detect water levels?

• Level Sensor

• Pressure Sensor

• Accelerometer

• Humidity Sensor

Which type of motor allows precise control over the movement of robot parts, such as a robotic arm?

• DC Motor

• Servo Motor

• Stepper Motor

• Linear Motor

Which sensor in the Tinker Kit acts like a button but is specifically designed to detect when the robot hits something?

• PIR Sensor

• Crash Sensor

• Soil Moisture Sensor

• ADKeypad